MF-19 Kiwami Modeling File Gaiden Mr. Scraper II

Gunze MF-19 Mr. Scraper II — Kiwami Modeling File Gaiden (Mr.Hobby)

A premium modeling tool from the Japanese Kiwami / Takumi No Yasuri range by Gunze (Mr.Hobby). Unlike a classic file this is a scraper: it does not take material away by filing but shaves a thin layer of plastic off as it is pulled. Thanks to that practically no dust is made and the surface stays markedly smoother than after a file. The Kiwami range is renowned for its high precision and quality of finish.

When to use a scraper instead of a file

• Removing mold seams on fuselages, wings and figures alike without the risk of sanding too far.
• Cleaning up and leveling edges and areas where you want the smoothest possible result.
• Leveling small transitions and the marks left by flash, where a file would leave grooves.
• Work without dust — suitable even where sanding debris is a nuisance (painted or detailed parts).

Use

• You pull the edge of the blade along the surface in one direction and take off only the thinnest of layers.
• Suitable also for carefully scraping off a dried coat of paint.
• Rather repeat the pass several times — less and under control is better than taking a lot of material off at once.

Who it is for

For modelers who want clean seams and smooth areas without dust and without the risk of taking too much off with a file. It will be appreciated above all by the builders of figures and of models where a fine finish matters.

The blade is very sharp — work carefully and lead the pass away from your body. Wipe the tool after the work and protect the blade from damage.